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JULY 2025


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CLIENT NEWS

Congratulations to all our GlobalTarget Graduates!

2025 Global Target Graduates

Last Thursday we had the opportunity to celebrate our latest class of graduates from the GlobalTarget export accelerator program. This 20th anniversary edition of the program had a special focus on Latin America which led up to the TradeWinds trade mission in South America. 

Congratulations to our participating "Member" companies: DRRUSA, EarthQuaker Devices, EvenMix, Grand Rock, LJ Star, Halliday Technologies, Noramar, and Tilmor!

In addition to honoring our graduates, we also recognized the mentors that helped guide their journey, and unveiled the Frank E. Vaughn Award. This award was proudly presented to three pillars of the Ohio international business community who embody the values of excellence in leadership, commitment to service, and the courage to forge their path.

The next class of GlobalTarget will begin in the fall of 2026. Companies interested in taking their next (or first) step in international business are encouraged to email us at gbc@csuohio.edu for more details.


PARTNER NEWS

Summer in the Cities Buyers Mission
August 6, 2025

Calling All Agriculture and Food Product Producers

Food Export-Midwest and Food Export-Northeast are conducting the second annual Summer in the Cities Buyers Mission! This year, the event will include a stop in Columbus, OH. Position yourself and your products in front of pre-qualified, experienced international buyers who continue to seek the latest food trends and products from the United States. This mission is a chance to meet with export professionals who can provide information about exporting and particular markets. Although the registration has officially closed companies are still encouraged to inquire about working with the program about opportunities to connect with buyers.


Regional Partner Trade Mission

Quebec Trade Mission

October 6 – 9 2025
Montreal, QC, Canada

(Apply by July 11, space is limited)

Join the Conference of Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors & Premiers (GSGP) trade mission to Québec. Each mission participant will receive a customized schedule of B2B meetings with prospective customers and business partners. Mission participants will also benefit from networking events and logistical support provided by the GSGP Canada Trade Office. Grant eligible activity.


Contact Our Trade Advisors

Email Us

CHRIS LEES: c.lees@csuohio.edu

DAVID DELGADO: d.delgado85@csuohio.edu

NATE WARD: n.t.ward54@csuohio.edu

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